"If they come for me in the morning, they will come for you in the night" -Angela Davis
Marzieh Hashemi (legal name: Melanie Franklin), is an African-American Journalist and news anchor that has been arrested by the FBI. They have not announced any charges after 48+ hours. They forcibly removed her religious headscarf 崙 (hijab) and have been disrespectful and harsh in their treatment.
They are supboening her children to testify in court for unknown reasons. She has been subject to harrassment when traveling in and out of the United States for over a decade.
Keep in mind that she is a US citizen !
Do US citizens even have true free speech? Or is there truly freedom of religion? Are we innocent till proven guilty or is it the other way around?!
This event serves as a a reminder to all conscious people.
In the immortal words of Ali ibn Abi Talib: Stand firmly against the oppressor and be a helper of the oppressed.
I implore everyone to raise awareness about this issue. If you are unsure or doubtful about being outspoken and/or supportive, remember that your silence or neglect will only enable and ensure that in due time your rights too will be inevitably infringed upon. Remember, this could be your mother, sister, aunt.
Public opinion matters!
